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Cosmetics — chemical risk (0427/05)

EU Safety GateSerious riskChemicalAug 12, 2005

Hazard

Chemical risk. Use of the substance hydroquinone, which is banes from use in cosmetics. Misleading label “hydroquinone-free”.

Measures taken

  • Placing on the market prohibited and withdrawal from distribution ordered by the authorities — Other

Product description

Cosmetic Skin-lightening cream “Clear Essence - skin beautifying milk, hydroquinone-free”.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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